American Express

Amex Gold Rewards

Start with up to 60,000 Membership Rewards points, worth about $600.

Annual fee
$250
Reward type
Amex Points
Point value
1.9¢

per point

Typical credit · 743+
Amex Gold Rewards✈️ Travel Rewards

Welcome bonus

New cardmembers can earn up to 60,000 Membership Rewards points, worth roughly $600, by completing the steps below.

How to earn it

  • 5,000 Membership Rewards points per monthly billing period, up to 60,000 points in the first yearSpend $1,000 on your Card in each monthly billing period as a new American Express Gold Rewards Cardmember

Current or former Cardmembers with this Card are not eligible for this offer. Other terms apply.

How you earn

  • 2X Points: On eligible travel purchases, including flights, hotels, car rentals, cruises, and more.
  • 2X Points: On eligible everyday purchases in Canada, specifically at gas stations, grocery stores, and drugstores.
  • 1X Point: On everything else, from dining and takeout to subscriptions, shopping, and more.
  • 1 Additional Point: On eligible hotel or car rental bookings made through Amex Travel Online.

Built-in perks & coverage

The verdict

What we like

  • Flexible rewards
  • Travel perks
  • Comprehensive insurance
  • Multiple redemption options
  • Instant decision. No credit impact.

Worth noting

  • High annual fee
  • Foreign transaction fees
  • Limited senior travel insurance
  • Limited acceptance

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